My four year old niece’s teeth is starting to have cavities in them because of her milk. It’s common with babies and toddlers. Some children even have their teeth chipping as young as two years old. So, her mom brought her to the dentist where a lady curiously asked why they were there when the kid is still so young.

At what point do you actually bring your child for his or her first dentist visit?

The thing is, most dentist will tell you that the earlier it is, the better for the child. You don’t have to bring them to the dentist if they are complaining of an aching teeth. But bring them early can help them get acquainted with the idea that there’s a doctor who can look after their teeth.

Most kids are usually afraid of going to the dentist, but if you make her first visit a mildly pleasant one, she will most likely not develop this phobia.

In fact, the American Dental Association recommends bringing baby as soon as her first teeth erupts. You can read more about baby’s teeth in this link from ADA.

My niece’s first dentist visit was actually pretty nice as she was able to sit in the dentist chair and have the doctor examine her. She was relaxed and quite curious as well and the dentist taught her, in terms she can understand, how to properly care for her teeth. My son had a similar experience and true enough, these kids don’t avoid dentist visits we schedule for them yearly.

The Thomas 3-in-1 Potty should be something useful for toddlers, especially the ones who in their developmental stages.

They come with low profile splash guards and easy grip handles for added child security. It has a base that is used as a step stool. It also has lift-up pots for easy emptying and cleaning and has an award certificate included.

Price: $24.99

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Jewellery for kids are considered acceptable gifts, whether is precious jewellery or trendy accessories. These are great to give out during birthdays, graduations and Christmas. There are, however, a few considerations when planning on gifting jewellery to children.

One of it is to consider how age appropriate the jewellery is. For really younger kids who may still have the tendency to put everything in their mouths, charm bracelets, beaded accessories, or necklaces with lockets are instantly a no-no. There are, however, some baubles and bracelets that should look good and safe on toddlers and smaller children. Kids between the ages of 7-10 may enjoy something very colorful or have the trademark of their favorite characters. Older children may like something really trendy and hip, such as a fashionable childrens necklace made of cool materials, with fancy styles and bright, girly colors.

Take into account the materials used to create the jewellery. Some could be made of nickel and metal, as these are of low cost and, therefore, not much of a loss in case the kids become careless with it. But do consider if the material has lead in it, as this is potentially fatal to them. Kids may also have the tendency to get rashes and allergy from some accessories, so adults are supposed to take note of this. If there is a label, check for content first before buying. Or better yet ask the store about where the piece was made and what materials were used.

If you are giving children fine jewellery, teach them to be responsible for it and also advise them on how to take good care of something precious. Fine jewellery, in fact, must only be worn during special occasions, so do let the child know that this is the deal.

Gifting jewellery and accessories actually teaches these young girls to take care of their personal items better. It’s good training and at the same time a wonderful gift…because what girl doesn’t love jewellery?

Does your toddler love to twist and shout whenever he hears music playing? Be glad! it’s a step in the right direction. Your little one may seem to have only recently caught the dancing bug, but in fact he’s been perfecting those moves for well over a year. Even when you held up your 6-month-old so he could stand stand on your lap, he was probably practicing some rhythmic knee bends. And After a few months after your child took his first unassisted steps, he most likely began to saunter or sway his body from side to side whenever he heard music playing.

The rocking and reeling is an obvious sign of your toddler improving physical activities but don’t overlook all the incredible mental work that also goes into gettin’ joggy with it. When your child dances, messages are quickly sent ot the brains about the body’s orientation inspace. The brain then tells the body exactly how to respond, in which direction your  child’s eyes ought to be pointed, how she should use her arms and brace her legs in order to maintain her sense of balance, and so forth.

You can incorporate dancing into your child’s playtime. Make space so your child can move about freely and safely. Don’t be shy, join in on the fun, even if you have two left feet. Don’t be afraid to get up close and personal. Let your child dance on your feet, and bop around together. Remember that kids love when their parents act silly. It can be a big relief not to feel like someone is always in charge. Happy dancing this Christmas season!

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Parents are disillusioned with electronic products that claim to benefit their baby’s development. Disney’s announcement last week offering refunds to all purchasers of Baby Einstein videos that falsely claimed to be educational highlights this frustration.

In their search for proven ways to help their babies build vocabulary and cognitive skills, parents have discovered Clark the Baby Shark, a series of reading toys built on dialogic reading systems recommended by early literacy experts.

The first production build of Clark Sets sold out within three weeks. Now that Clark is one year old, the company sees steady growth. The set of three reading toys is $29.95 and comes with The Parent’s Guide to Reading With Babies and Toddlers.

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